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My thigh muscles seem weaker especially walking stairs & slight incline last 6 mos. have fallen several times in last 2 mos. have lupus & fibro 2003.
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see details: If you believe you are weak then have your rheumatologist evaluate the issue and determine the cause. If you are on long term prednisone, that is often the cause.
Answered 5/21/2014
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